2023-24 Graduate Catalog 
    
    Nov 24, 2024  
2023-24 Graduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

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REC 520 - Youth Development through Recreation

Exploration of research, theory, practice and techniques of structuring recreation experiences for youth to build resiliency. Includes examination of theories on youth development, behavior management, motivation resiliency and social skills as they relate to the recreation experience. Not open to students with credit for REC 420. (3 cr. hr.)
Frequency code O = offered occasionally

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Identify and describe trends and issues in youth development, reflecting contemporary professional practice, science and philosophy.
  2. Analyze recreation programs that target positive youth development, highlighting diverse clientele, settings, cultures, contexts, designs and potential benefits.



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